What is belle meaning?

The word "belle" is a French term that means "beautiful" or "pretty." It can be used as a noun to refer to a beautiful woman, or as an adjective to describe someone or something as attractive. In literature, the term "Southern belle" is often used to describe a young woman from the American South who is traditionally graceful and charming. The term may also refer to the main character in the fairy tale "Beauty and the Beast," whose name is Belle.